It was the closest pennant race in the American League since 1948, when the Cleveland Indians, the New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Athletics eased into August in a virtual tie.* Now it was the Indians, Yankees, White Sox and Red Sox scrambling for the flag. Their four managers were on the spot. Each one was expected to win; each one was looking wildly for help. There was a chance for each of them, and a single new pitcher or long-ball hitter or sure-handed infielder could make a big difference.
The White Sox, staggered...
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